British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Monday 21st July 2014

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6am (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 7

Money's tight at the Lodge, and Audrey's faced with red bills and cut-off services. Mr DeVere, meanwhile, has landed a role in a television advert to be filmed at the manor.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 6am (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Image shows from L to R: Faith (Lynda Bellingham), Bill (James Bolam)

Second Thoughts

Series 3, Episode 13 - Faint Possibility

Hannah causes alarm when she faints at work, Bill is worried by Liza's indiscreet radio interview, and Joe comes home with shocking news of his own.

CITV 6am (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 9 - Going Nowhere

Councillor Cowdrey gets nowhere when he tries to find a town willing to twin with Lower Mintworth.

CITV 6:15am (repeat)
Bottom Knocker Street. Image shows from L to R: Councillor Cowdrey (Phill Jupitus), Colin Cowdrey (Tim Bruce), Dinga (Connor Cheeseman), Bo (Alanna Smith), Lulu (Ellie Ruiz). Copyright: Fubuloo

Bottom Knocker Street

Episode 41 - Luck What Luck?

When Dinga obtains a magic waistcoat, Councillor Cowdrey is determined to get his hands on it.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:30am (repeat)
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Episode 10

Joining Nicholas Parsons and Paul Merton to play Just A Minute today are Julian Clary, Stephen Fry, and Shappi Khorsandi.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7am (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 7:30am (repeat)
Strange Hill High. Image shows from L to R: Becky Butters, Mitchell Tanner, Templeton. Copyright: BBC / Factory Transmedia

Strange Hill High

Series 2, Episode 1 - The Curse Of The Were-Teacher

When a career assessment comes out with the result of teacher for Mitchell, he is understandably horrified and determined to change his fate.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40am (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 2, Episode 6

Ann wants more than just being a housewife and decides she needs to get a job. Paul offers her a position at the salon, but turns her down when she later hopes to accept it. Martin is none-too-pleased at either decision.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20am (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 2 - And So To Bed

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 8:25am (repeat)
Fit. Image shows from L to R: Cariad Lloyd, Humphrey Ker, Tala Gouveia, Aisling Bea. Copyright: Citrus Television

Fit

Childrens' sketch show based around sport and health. Created by the production team behind Horrible Histories.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 18, Episode 3 - The Mysterious C.W. Northrop

Just as Smiler confides in Clegg that he has fallen in love, Ivy receives a note from what could be a secret admirer.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 11am (repeat)
Dani's Castle. Image shows from L to R: Rich (Richard Wisker), Esme (Jordan Brown), Jimmy (Kieran Alleyne), Kait (Shannon Flynn), Dani (Dani Harmer), Dylan (Toby Murray), Gabriel (Niall Wright). Copyright: The Foundation

Dani's Castle

Series 2, Episode 6 - Mostly Haunted

A live edition of TV show 'Mostly Haunted' will be broadcast from the castle, and Rich hopes it'll finally make Bogmoor's name.

CITV 11:35am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 11 - Birthday Bear

Mr Bean is shocked when Teddy receives a birthday card from Bean's girlfriend.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40am (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 18, Episode 4 - A Double For Howard

Howard's fool-proof scheme will cure Pearl of being unnaturally suspicious once and for all - if only he can find someone his size.

CITV 11:50am (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 12 - The Mole

Mr Bean's landlady is hopping mad when she finds mole hills on her lovely croquet lawn.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:20pm (repeat)
To The Manor Born. Audrey fforbes-Hamilton (Penelope Keith). Copyright: BBC

To The Manor Born

Series 1, Episode 7

Money's tight at the Lodge, and Audrey's faced with red bills and cut-off services. Mr DeVere, meanwhile, has landed a role in a television advert to be filmed at the manor.

CITV 1pm (repeat)
My Phone Genie. Image shows from L to R: Gene (Adam Wadsworth), Mobbsy (Fox Jackson-Keen), Jaz (Bessie Cursons), Naoko (Haruka Abe). Copyright: Talent TV

My Phone Genie

Episode 5 - The Sleepover

A sleepover at Jaz's house has the kids play a game of 'Truth or Dare' with Gene choosing the dares!

U&Drama channel logo 2pm (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 7, Episode 6 - Rising Damp

Following Chris and Darryl's reincarceration, Tracey wastes no time in going out to look for a new man. But with roles more than a little reversed, Sharon's eagerly fighting Chris's corner. Elsewhere, Dorien's got Marcus right where she wants him.

U&Drama channel logo 2:40pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 6, Episode 1 - Strictly Off The Record

Terry decides to get with it, technologically speaking, and becomes the proud owner of a video recorder. But disaster strikes when he offers to record a programme for the company chairman.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3pm (repeat)
Just A Minute. Nicholas Parsons. Copyright: BBC

Just A Minute

Episode 10

Joining Nicholas Parsons and Paul Merton to play Just A Minute today are Julian Clary, Stephen Fry, and Shappi Khorsandi.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 3:05pm (repeat)
The Darling Buds Of May. Pop Larkin (David Jason)

The Darling Buds Of May

Comedy drama series about H.E. Bates's eccentric Larkin family.

U&Drama channel logo 3:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 6

Richard is worried that Hyacinth's visit to a country house auction will cost him a lot of money. Meanwhile, Daddy has become unwittingly involved with a Mrs Braddock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 3:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Lionel and Jean were young lovers until accidentally losing touch. Years later they meet again by chance and unexpectedly rekindle their romance.

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4pm (repeat)
Boj. Copyright: Pesky Productions

Boj

Episode 6 - Let's Get Rummaging

Mrs Bleat's rummage sale to raise money for a new Giggly Park fountain is a bit of flop. Pops and Mimi can't understand why nobody is interested in all the amazing things! And thanks to Boj's idea they re-use the unwanted leftover items to create a new one-of-a-kind fountain that money just can't buy!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:15pm (repeat)
Second Thoughts. Image shows from L to R: Faith (Lynda Bellingham), Bill (James Bolam)

Second Thoughts

Series 3, Episode 14 - Otherwise Engaged

Faith is horrified that her teenage son has got engaged, but a distraction arrives from an unexpected quarter.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 4:20pm (repeat)
Ever Decreasing Circles. Image shows from L to R: Ann Bryce (Penelope Wilton), Martin Bryce (Richard Briers). Copyright: BBC

Ever Decreasing Circles

Series 2, Episode 6

Ann wants more than just being a housewife and decides she needs to get a job. Paul offers her a position at the salon, but turns her down when she later hopes to accept it. Martin is none-too-pleased at either decision.

CITV 4:35pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 13 - Roadworks

Mr Bean's tranquillity is shattered by deafening roadworks outside his bedroom window. Threats, sabotage and subterfuge all fail to quell the cacophony until Bean has the ingenious idea of feeding the workmen into peaceful submission. But the silence ends with a bang!

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 4:45pm (repeat)
Home To Roost. Image shows from L to R: Matthew Willows (Reece Dinsdale), Henry Willows (John Thaw). Copyright: Yorkshire Television

Home To Roost

Series 3, Episode 7 - Getting On

A visit to the opticians and an ear surgeon makes Henry feel his age. Matthew decides he ought to do more for the aged so adopts Shady Gray - but is Shady all he seems?

CITV 4:50pm (repeat)
Mr Bean. Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

Mr Bean

Series 1, Episode 14 - The Sofa

The sofa's springs explode under Mr Bean. Can he afford to buy a new sofa? Or will relaxing in front of the telly be a thing of the past?

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5pm (repeat)
Steptoe And Son. Image shows from L to R: Albert Steptoe (Wilfrid Brambell), Harold Steptoe (Harry H. Corbett). Copyright: BBC

Steptoe And Son

Series 8, Episode 2 - And So To Bed

Albert Steptoe and his son Harold run a rag and bone business. Harold wants to move on in the world and leave home but his plans are always thwarted.

CBBC logo. Credit: BBC 5pm (repeat)
Hank Zipzer. Image shows from L to R: Stan (Neil Fitzmaurice), Hank Zipzer (Nick James), Emily (Madeline Holliday), Rosa (Juliet Cowan)

Hank Zipzer

Series 1, Episode 6 - The War Of Words

Rosa decides that Stan and Hank need to bond more. She signs them up for the school debate competition while she pairs up with Emily.

ITV3 logo. Credit: ITV 5:20pm (repeat)
Man About The House. Image shows from L to R: Chrissy Plummer (Paula Wilcox), Robin Tripp (Richard O'Sullivan), Jo (Sally Thomsett). Copyright: Thames Television

Man About The House

When Chrissy and Jo search for a third tenant to help pay the rent, they intend on finding another female. But then they meet young Robin Tripp.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 5:40pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 18, Episode 3 - The Mysterious C.W. Northrop

Just as Smiler confides in Clegg that he has fallen in love, Ivy receives a note from what could be a secret admirer.

The Africa Channel 6pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 12 - My Two Sons

Michael is put in charge of redundancies at the bank and Sean gets things going at the barbershop.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:20pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 18, Episode 4 - A Double For Howard

Howard's fool-proof scheme will cure Pearl of being unnaturally suspicious once and for all - if only he can find someone his size.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7pm (repeat)
Yes, Prime Minister. Image shows from L to R: Sir Humphrey Appleby (Nigel Hawthorne), James Hacker (Paul Eddington), Bernard Woolley (Derek Fowlds). Copyright: BBC

Yes, Prime Minister

Series 2, Episode 2 - Official Secrets

With his predecessor due to publish memoirs with not entirely flattering recollections of Jim's time as Minister for Administrative Affairs, he attempts to see the book censored. There's little legal ground to do so, and Number 10 is thrown into a panic when word of the blocking attempt is leaked...

U&Drama channel logo 7pm (repeat)
Terry & June. Image shows from L to R: Terry Medford (Terry Scott), June Medford (June Whitfield). Copyright: BBC

Terry & June

Series 6, Episode 1 - Strictly Off The Record

Terry decides to get with it, technologically speaking, and becomes the proud owner of a video recorder. But disaster strikes when he offers to record a programme for the company chairman.

U&Dave channel logo 7pm (repeat)
QI Logo. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series H, Episode 13 - Holidays

With Bill Bailey, Rob Brydon and Rich Hall.

BBC Three 7:30pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 7, Episode 6

In this episode, David Mitchell is joined by Sarah Millican and Jon Richardson, and Lee Mack is joined by David Harewood and Bob Mortimer.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:40pm (repeat)
Open All Hours. Image shows from L to R: Nurse Gladys Emmanuel (Lynda Baron), Granville (David Jason), Albert Arkwright (Ronnie Barker). Copyright: BBC

Open All Hours

Series 1, Episode 6 - Apple And Self Service

Slow apple sales lead to a self-service experiment for the corner shop.

U&Drama channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 2, Episode 2 - A Weekend Away

Judith is planning a weekend away. Alistair is due in Paris but first announces that publication is in just three weeks. Could he and she be having a romantic liaison of their own? Jean feels decidedly uneasy at the thought of an empty house...

ITV Encore 8pm (repeat)
Kingdom. Peter Kingdom (Stephen Fry). Copyright: Sprout Pictures / Parallel Film & Television Productions

Kingdom

Comedy drama starring Stephen Fry as rural Norfolk solicitor Peter Kingdom.

U&Dave channel logo 8pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 46, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists John Prescott and Gyles Brandreth.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 8:20pm (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: The Witchsmeller Pursuivant (Frank Finlay), Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 5 - Witchsmeller Pursuivant

A witchfinder is in the district around the castle after a spate of plague infections. Edmund is identified as the head witch, and immediately placed on trial...

U&Drama channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Keeping Up Appearances. Image shows from L to R: Hyacinth Bucket (Patricia Routledge), Richard Bucket (Clive Swift). Copyright: BBC

Keeping Up Appearances

Series 5, Episode 6

Richard is worried that Hyacinth's visit to a country house auction will cost him a lot of money. Meanwhile, Daddy has become unwittingly involved with a Mrs Braddock.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Del (David Jason), Trigger (Roger Lloyd Pack). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 6, Christmas Special - The Jolly Boys' Outing

It's the Nags Head's annual jamboree down to Margate and the Trotters head for the seaside. But with Rodney getting arrested and the coach blowing up the trip is hardly a bundle of laughs...

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 9

Micky Flanagan, Melanie Giedroyc, Stephen Graham and Katherine Ryan join host Jimmy Carr along with team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson to review the talking points of 2012.

Comedy Central 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Godliman, Rhod Gilbert, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 2 - Rhod Gilbert, Kerry Godliman, Jon Richardson

Welsh comic Rhod Gilbert introduces stand-up from the world-famous Hammersmith Apollo. He is joined by Kerry Godliman, and Jon Richardson at his misanthropic best.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 6 - Killers

With Jason Manford, Sandi Toksvig and Trevor Noah.

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Richard (Chris Geere), Julie (Jane Horrocks), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Anna (Elizabeth Bower). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 3, Episode 7

Richard sets out to make Gavin more approachable. Is this the last straw? Anna is far more concerned with finding Julie "some loving every day"...

Sky One logo. Copyright: Sky 9:30pm (repeat)
Trollied. Image shows from L to R: Richard (Chris Geere), Julie (Jane Horrocks), Gavin (Jason Watkins), Anna (Elizabeth Bower). Copyright: Roughcut Television

Trollied

Series 3, Episode 8

As the team gather to give the store a post-closing once-over before the grand 'Valco Better' reopening, Richard pulls a last-minute surprise out of his hat: completely rearranging the store.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 9:50pm
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 2

More facts, polls, figures and laughs. Host Jimmy Carr is once again joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson as they discuss the topical events that set the great British public's chins wagging.

VIVA 10pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 1 - Corinthian Dies

Janet has had enough and, feeling she's fallen out of love with Jonny, decides to leave him.

Comedy Central 10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Russell Howard's Good News. Russell Howard. Copyright: Avalon Television

Russell Howard's Good News

Topical stand-up comedy and chat show hosted by Russell Howard.

The Africa Channel 10pm (repeat)
Desmond's. Copyright: Humphrey Barclay Productions

Desmond's

Series 4, Episode 12 - My Two Sons

Michael is put in charge of redundancies at the bank and Sean gets things going at the barbershop.

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Stephen Fry. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series K, Episode 5 - Kings

With Bill Bailey, Jeremy Clarkson and Jimmy Carr.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Highlights Special

The best bits of the latest series of the comedy panel show, hosted by Jimmy Carr.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
Uncle. Image shows from L to R: Errol (Elliot Speller-Gillott), Andy (Nick Helm). Copyright: Baby Cow Productions

Uncle

Series 1, Episode 1 - Mind The Cracks

The seemingly simple task of caring for his nephew spirals into a bizarre misadventure for the pair, involving a faked injury, a car crash, a visit to a gay club, a lot of lying, and some hard lessons in life.

E4 logo. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10pm
45 min
Virtually Famous. Image shows from L to R: Chris Stark, Kevin McHale, Seann Walsh. Copyright: Talkback / Hungry Bear Media

Virtually Famous

Series 1, Episode 1

Team captains Seann Walsh and Chris Stark are joined by comedians Chris Ramsey and Romesh Ranganathan, Countdown's Rachel Riley, and actor Tyger Drew-Honey as they face a lip-sync challenge and witness the wonder of a flying cat.

U&Dave channel logo 10:35pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 3, Episode 2

Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Jo Brand and Robin Ince are on the right with Andy Parsons.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 10:40pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 6, Episode 3 - Jeremy In Love

Jeremy realises that he's in love with Elena and decides to be generally less selfish to win her affection. He also thinks it might be a good idea to tell her he loves her, but Mark isn't so sure...

VIVA 10:40pm (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 2 - Piggy Goes Oink

Janet and her dad tell Jonny he must leave the house. After bribes of sex and money, he leaves. Louise is told to return her Piggy Goes Oink library book or she won't graduate. Louise has lost the book.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
40 min
Kevin Bridges Live At.... Image shows from L to R: Hal Cruttenden, Jack Dee, Kevin Bridges, Kerry Godliman, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Kevin Bridges Live At...

Episode 1 - Kevin Bridges Live At The Commonwealth

Kevin Bridges takes to the stage in front of a live theatre audience to present four internationally-renowned comics from the Commonwealth countries. Appearing on stage are Canada's finest Katherine Ryan, top South African comedian Trevor Noah, Scotland's own Danny Bhoy and English comic Simon Evans.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:50pm (repeat)
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 1

Warwick seeks advice from old pals Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but Liam Neeson has beaten him to it. The film crew charts Warwick's every move as he tries to maintain his pride and self-respect in some very unusual situations.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:10pm (repeat)
Peep Show. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Usbourne (Robert Webb), Mark Corrigan (David Mitchell). Copyright: Objective Productions

Peep Show

Series 6, Episode 4 - The Affair

Mark discovers that Jeremy's girlfriend Elena, has a guilty secret.

U&Dave channel logo 11:10pm
60 min version (repeat)
Have I Got News For You. Image shows left to right: Ian Hislop, Paul Merton. Credit: Matt Crockett

Have I Got News For You

Series 46, Episode 4

Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jo Brand and guest panellists John Prescott and Gyles Brandreth.

Sky Atlantic logo. Copyright: Sky 11:15pm
30 min
Set List. Copyright: Princess Productions / Susquehanna Hats

Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net

Episode 10

Drew Carey, Tony Law and Andrew Maxwell perform improvised stand-up comedy routines based on subjects presented to them while on stage at the Brixton Electric.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:25pm (repeat)
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 2

Despite an awkward appearance at a sci-fi convention, an unsuccessful money-making brainstorming session with his assistant, Cheryl, and a humiliating guest appearance at a Star Wars-themed wedding, Warwick's fortune seems to be on the rise when Johnny Depp hires him to research a new movie role.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 11:25pm (repeat)
Celebrity Juice. Leigh Francis

Celebrity Juice

Series 10, Episode 10 - Halloween Special

Paddy McGuinness, Emma Willis, Kara Tointon and Union J join Keith Lemon, Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby for a Halloween special of the outrageous panel show.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 11:40pm (repeat)
PhoneShop. Image shows from L to R: Christopher (Tom Bennett), Ashley (Andrew Brooke), Lance (Martin Trenaman), Jerwayne (Javone Prince), Janine (Emma Fryer). Copyright: Talkback

PhoneShop

Series 3, Episode 3 - Pay As You Grow

Christopher's charitable concern raises Jerwayne and Ashley's ire, Janine can't stop making fantastic decisions and Lance is hiding from Shelley and her terrifying broodiness. Standard.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 11:40pm (repeat)
You Cannot Be Serious!. Alistair McGowan. Copyright: Avalon Television

You Cannot Be Serious!

Episode 5

Alistair McGowan presents a side-splitting take on the biggest, best and most talked-about sporting events of the last seven days.

U&Drama channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Birds Of A Feather. Image shows from L to R: Sharon Theodopolopodous (Pauline Quirke), Dorien Green (Lesley Joseph), Tracey Stubbs (Linda Robson). Copyright: Alomo Productions / Retort

Birds Of A Feather

Series 7, Episode 6 - Rising Damp

Following Chris and Darryl's reincarceration, Tracey wastes no time in going out to look for a new man. But with roles more than a little reversed, Sharon's eagerly fighting Chris's corner. Elsewhere, Dorien's got Marcus right where she wants him.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:05am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

U&Dave channel logo 12:10am (repeat)
Dave's One Night Stand. Image shows from L to R: Dave Gorman, Simon Evans, Isy Suttie. Copyright: Amigo Television / Phil McIntyre Entertainment

Dave's One Night Stand

Series 2, Episode 3 - Dave Gorman

The roaming comedy showcase reaches Birmingham, where the headline act is quick-witted Genius host Dave Gorman. Support comes from Isy Suttie and Simon Evans.

VIVA 12:15am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 1 - Corinthian Dies

Janet has had enough and, feeling she's fallen out of love with Jonny, decides to leave him.

Comedy Central Extra 12:30am (repeat)
The Alternative Comedy Experience. Image shows from L to R: Josie Long, David Kay, Stewart Lee, Henning Wehn, Simon Munnery, Paul Sinha, Phil Nichol, Tony Law, Paul Foot. Copyright: Comedy Central

The Alternative Comedy Experience

Series 2, Episode 1 - Career Suicide

Tonight's opener sees Tony Law, Bridget Christie, and Kevin Eldon included in the line-up. Stewart Lee meets them backstage.

4Music. Copyright: Channel 4 Television Corporation 12:40am
50 min version (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jon Richardson. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 14, Episode 6

Jimmy, Jon and Sean are joined by Carol Vorderman, Tony Law, Olympic gymnast Louis Smith, and Alice Levine.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 12:45am (repeat)
Blackadder. Image shows left to right: The Witchsmeller Pursuivant (Frank Finlay), Edmund, Duke of Edinburgh (Rowan Atkinson). Credit: BBC

Blackadder

The Black Adder, Episode 5 - Witchsmeller Pursuivant

A witchfinder is in the district around the castle after a spate of plague infections. Edmund is identified as the head witch, and immediately placed on trial...

VIVA 12:55am (repeat)
Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps. Image shows from L to R: Jonny Keogh (Ralf Little), Janet (Sheridan Smith), Louise (Kathryn Drysdale), Donna Henshaw (Natalie Casey), Gary 'Gaz' Wilkinson (Will Mellor). Copyright: BBC

Two Pints Of Lager And A Packet Of Crisps

Series 4, Episode 2 - Piggy Goes Oink

Janet and her dad tell Jonny he must leave the house. After bribes of sex and money, he leaves. Louise is told to return her Piggy Goes Oink library book or she won't graduate. Louise has lost the book.

London Live 1am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

U&Dave channel logo 1:15am (repeat)
8 Out Of 10 Cats. Image shows from L to R: Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr, Jason Manford. Copyright: Zeppotron

8 Out Of 10 Cats

Series 8, Highlights Special

The best bits of the latest series of the comedy panel show, hosted by Jimmy Carr.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:20am (repeat)
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 1

Warwick seeks advice from old pals Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, but Liam Neeson has beaten him to it. The film crew charts Warwick's every move as he tries to maintain his pride and self-respect in some very unusual situations.

London Live 1:30am (repeat)
Trigger Happy TV. Dom Joly

Trigger Happy TV

Quick-fire prank show that made Dom Joly a star. The comic unleashes his twisted humour on an unsuspecting British public.

Comedy Central Extra 1:30am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 5, Episode 3

Following complaints from viewers, the production team behind Judge John Deed agree to make the show less subtle. Gordon Ramsay's real kitchen nightmares are revealed and George Lucas introduces a scene from the latest special edition DVD of Star Wars.

BBC Three 1:30am (repeat)
People Just Do Nothing. Image shows from L to R: Beats (Hugo Chegwin), Grindah (Allan Mustafa), Decoy (Daniel Sylvester Woolford). Copyright: Roughcut Television

People Just Do Nothing

Series 1, Episode 1 - Secret Location

Kurupt FM's secret location is threatened after complaints about noise from the neighbour. The crew call on local entrepreneur Chabuddy G to help them find a soundproofing solution.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 1:30am (repeat)
Fake Reaction. Matt Edmondson. Copyright: STV Productions

Fake Reaction

Series 2, Episode 8

Guests facing zombie leftovers, an electric shock piano lesson, a rotten rope and a fishy shower are Made in Chelsea's Ollie Locke, Big Brother star Brian Belo, TV presenter AJ Odudu and comedian David Morgan.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 1:50am (repeat)
Life's Too Short. Warwick (Warwick Davis). Copyright: BBC

Life's Too Short

Episode 2

Despite an awkward appearance at a sci-fi convention, an unsuccessful money-making brainstorming session with his assistant, Cheryl, and a humiliating guest appearance at a Star Wars-themed wedding, Warwick's fortune seems to be on the rise when Johnny Depp hires him to research a new movie role.

U&Dave channel logo 1:50am (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Andy Parsons, Hugh Dennis, Dara O Briain, Russell Howard, Frankie Boyle. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 3, Episode 2

Ed Byrne joins Hugh Dennis and Frankie Boyle. Jo Brand and Robin Ince are on the right with Andy Parsons.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:20am (repeat)
Absolutely Fabulous. Image shows from L to R: Patsy (Joanna Lumley), Edina (Jennifer Saunders). Copyright: Saunders And French Productions / BBC

Absolutely Fabulous

Series 4, Episode 5 - Small Opening

Saffron's first play is due to open for a limited run. When Eddy discovers it's autobiographical, she is afraid it will paint her in a bad light and resolves to have the production shut down.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 2:50am (repeat)
Rex The Runt. Copyright: Aardman Animations

Rex The Runt

Series 2, Episode 5 - Slim Bob

Despite Rex's advice on losing weight by changing his lifestyle, Bad Bob undergoes plastic (or rather plasticine) surgery.

Comedy Central Extra 3:05am (repeat)
Comedy Central At The Comedy Store. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Comedy Central At The Comedy Store

Series 1, Episode 17

Dave Fulton on the World Cup, Mick Ferry on long term relationships, Jeff Innocent on holidaying in Guernsey, and Ian Moore on today's youth.

Comedy Central Extra 3:30am (repeat)
Dead Ringers. Copyright: BBC

Dead Ringers

Series 5, Episode 3

Following complaints from viewers, the production team behind Judge John Deed agree to make the show less subtle. Gordon Ramsay's real kitchen nightmares are revealed and George Lucas introduces a scene from the latest special edition DVD of Star Wars.

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